Rank #9 in Best Wok 2026: 10 Ranked, and Two Listings That Contradict Themselves
Ken Hom Classic 31cm Non-Stick Carbon Steel Wok
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Ken Hom Classic 31cm Wok is a carbon steel stir-fry pan with a two-layer non-stick coating inside and out, listed at £24.99 and ranked ninth in this guide to woks. The listing gives it 4.0 out of 5 from 1,640 ratings, and its own review histogram adds up to roughly that: 61 five-star ratings against 14 one-star, with 15 four-star, 7 three-star and 3 two-star.
The finding here is the absence of one. In this guide the technical fields of some woks argue with the description printed next to them — dishwasher safe in one line, hand wash only in the next. The Ken Hom's two lines agree: the fourth bullet states the wok is not suitable for the dishwasher, and the Product Care Instructions field says Hand Wash Only. The field that does look out of place is Unit Count, which reads "1 Eenheid" — the Dutch word for one unit — in an otherwise English listing. The description also names gas, electric and ceramic hobs, and the Item Highlight field lists it as Not Induction Suitable. Everything on this page comes from the Amazon listing for this wok, not from testing we carried out ourselves.
How those 1,640 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.0 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £24.99 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.0 out of 5 from 1,640 ratings |
| Material Type | Carbon Steel, 1.4mm gauge (gauge from the description) |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Has Nonstick Coating | Yes, two layer, coated inside and out |
| Induction Compatibility | Not Induction Suitable (Item Highlight, as listed) |
| Best Sellers Rank | 37 in Woks; 96,661 in Home & Kitchen |
| Unit Count | 1 Eenheid (as listed) |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“I purchased this as a replacement for an older Ken Hom wok, as the coating had worn a bit.The finish on this wok is way better, and it works really well. I am extremely impressed with the quality.Because the coating is so much better, it requires a lot less oil too.”
Verified purchase“When you consider the name, the quality wasn't bad but the non stick coating started to come off after just a few uses.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Wok 2026: 10 Ranked, and Two Listings That Contradict Themselves.
Questions people ask
Is the Ken Hom Classic 31cm wok dishwasher safe?
No. The description says it is not suitable for the dishwasher, and the Product Care Instructions field on the same listing says Hand Wash Only.
What is the Ken Hom Classic 31cm wok made from?
Carbon steel of 1.4mm gauge, finished with a two layer non-stick coating applied inside and out, according to the description.
Can the Ken Hom Classic 31cm wok be used on an induction hob?
No. The Item Highlight field lists it as Not Induction Suitable. The description names gas, electric and ceramic instead.
How should the Ken Hom Classic 31cm wok be cleaned?
Hand wash with hot water and mild detergent if desired. The listing warns against scouring powder, abrasives and metal scourers as they may damage the non-stick coating, and says to dry it thoroughly with a clean cloth.
What do buyers rate the Ken Hom Classic 31cm wok?
4.0 out of 5 from 1,640 ratings. The listing's own histogram shows 61 five-star and 14 one-star ratings among them.
How much does the Ken Hom Classic 31cm wok cost?
£24.99, as listed.
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